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JACKMAN FUSION EQUIP – ELECTROFUSION PROCESSOR OPERATORS MANUAL - REV 0
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Extension Cords
Because electrofusion fittings produce a high amperage draw, the use of an extension cord is not encouraged.
However, in the event such usage is necessary, the following lengths and wire gauges are recommended:
Cord Length Wire Gauge
Less than 25 feet 12/3
Less than 50 feet 10/3
Less than 100 feet 8/3
Extension cords should not be used on 14” and larger couplers.
A pigtail converts a 30 amp twist-lock to a 15 amp straight-blade plug. It is designed to power the processor
when a NEMA L5 socket is not available, especially while downloading. Its use is not recommended in field
applications with electrofusion fittings.
Temperature Measurements
The processor’s temperature sensor is located near the end of the output cable in the SMART Scanner™
connector. The temperature sensor does not respond immediately to thermal changes. In order to ensure
accurate ambient temperature measurements, the output cable end should be left in the fitting environment
for at least 15 minutes. Direct exposure to sun light and other heat sources will adversely affect accuracy.
Temperature Compensation
When using the Roughneck Electrofusion Processor in Barcode Fusion Mode or Manual Barcode Mode to fuse
fittings that require temperature compensation, it is essential that care be given to ensure the correct initial
fusion temperature is measured. The processor will automatically adjust the fusion time per the measured
temperature as specified by the fusion parameters.
When using the processor in Manual Mode to fuse fittings that require temperature compensation, it is
necessary to manually enter the appropriately adjusted time as specified by the fitting manufacturer.
THE PROCESSOR WILL NOT AUTOMATICALLY COMPENSATE FUSION TIME IN MANUAL MODE.